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Gunsmithing: Little Tools Are the Basis of the Shop

Muramatsu reviews the small tools a gunsmith needs in part 1 of the series.

Gunsmithing Alert: South Bend Offers New 14″ x 40″ EVS Toolroom Lathes

If you're a do-it-yourselfer or a professional or aspiring gunsmith, rock-solid machine tools aren't optional. If you're in the market for a precision lathe that will hold the tolerances you expect, check out these new offerings from South Bend Lathes.

Build an AR from Scratch – Part IV

The two AR-15 gunsmithing project is finally complete! The finished rifles - one a budget model, the other a hunting model, look great.

Build an AR from Scratch – Part III

Part III in a series where Muramatsu builds two AR15s: A budget and a hunting model.

To Build a Rifle, Part II

Having a rifle made on order is a pretty big deal; you can get into some real money in a hurry if you’re not careful.  Putting together a rifle for yourself can be a rewarding experience and save you some cash.  All it takes is a bit of planning.

Build an AR from Scratch – Part II

A tale of two ARs. One economy model, one deluxe model. One for home defense and plinking, one for Bambi extermination. One .223 Rem. One 6.5mm Grendel. Both on receivers from the same source. The goal? To see the contrast that can be accomplished based solely upon one’s imagination, starting from the same building blocks.

Build an AR from Scratch – Part I

Building on the AR craze, gunsmith Kevin Muramatsu builds two AR-style rifles, each quite different.

ArmaLite Announces Monolithic AR Upper

SHOT Show Tactical 2010 Las Vegas - ArmaLite ® is known for its history of innovation, and the introduction of the SPR Mod 1TH™...

Build Yourself a Rifle – Part I

Having a rifle made on order is a pretty big deal; you can get into some real money in a hurry if you're not careful. Putting together a rifle for yourself can be a rewarding experience and save you some cash. All it takes is a bit of planning.

Lapping the Lugs

Bearing surface contact varies from rifle to rifle, and the percentage of contact doesn't always correlate with accuracy. Here's a basic primer on lapping the lugs.

What Shall I Do With That Old Mauser? Part 1

Muramatsu converts a Mauser to .45 ACP in this two-part series. Why, you ask? The best reason of all: It's fun.

What Shall I Do With That Old Mauser? Part 2

With a little imagination and a lot of skill, you can create a .45 ACP Mauser rifle. It doesn't matter why. This project is just plain fun.

Gunsmithing: Install a Better AR-15 Trigger

Installing a new AR-15 trigger can make a world of difference. Several companies make great aftermarket AR parts. Let's look at some.

Smith & Wesson M&P: 8 Tips for a Better Trigger

Smith & Wesson's M&P (Military and Police) pistol makes an excellent match pistol. This article, excerpted from Gun Digest 2009 annual book, provides a thorough review of this popular new tactical handgun. Plus - 8 tips from a master gunsmith for improving the M&P's trigger.

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